Compton Mayor Emma Sharif has called for the resignation of the city's Public Safety Commission chairman, citing "ongoing divisive dialogue" and "negative impact" witnessed at an incident last Friday involving a community activist.

In a statement, Sharif said she was formally requesting the removal of Bishop Guillory from the commission. She said his behavior was not something she could support.

"As leaders, we have a responsibility to keep our residents safe, to unify our community, and not to divide it," Sharif said. "We must also hold ourselves to the highest standards of professionalism."

Guillory said he told Sharif he'd think about her request for resignation and would make a decision in 24 hours. He told CBS LA he had been meeting with members of his commission and would make a p

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